Beyond the Classroom

In the MRED program we believe strongly in learning by doing. Students take the knowledge gained in the classroom and put it to use in case studies and projects that analyze real life situations, current market and finance conditions, and the most recent trends. They access and contribute to the latest real world research through the Ivory-Boyer Real Estate Center and put their knowledge to the test through competitions like the Utah Real Estate Challenge.

The Ivory-Boyer Real Estate Center prepares the next generation of leaders in real estate through academic programs, degree options, executive education programs and the Utah Real Estate Challenge. With the generous support from Ellis Ivory of Ivory Homes and Roger Boyer of The Boyer Company, the Ivory-Boyer Real Estate Center was formed in 2007 as a professional center within the Eccles School.

The Utah Real Estate Challenge (UREC) is an intercollegiate real estate development competition for undergraduate and graduate students throughout the state of Utah. The competition fosters understanding of real estate development by giving students the opportunity to prepare and present a real estate development plan to a panel of expert judges.

Real Estate Around the World is a participatory learning experience where students help conceive, research and execute a trip around the world visiting notable real estate projects and meeting with real estate professionals. Every other year, students have the opportunity to visit and experience real estate in multiple countries.

MRED students have the opportunity to be paired with professional mentors who offer guidance throughout the program. Students meet with their mentors monthly and gain knowledge and insight into their experience, business practices and area of expertise.

A number of professional real estate groups offer discounted memberships to MRED students. The MRED program is well-integrated in Utah’s real estate community, and joining an organization as a student only increases networking and mentorship opportunities.